The Chasing Francis

<p><strong>What happens when the pastor of a mega church loses his faith? Discover one man's life-changing journey to resolve his crisis of faith in Italy by retracing the footsteps of Francis of Assisi a saint whose simple way of loving Jesus changed the history of the world.</strong></p><p>Pastor Chase Falson lost his faith in God the Bible evangelical Christianity and his super-sized megachurch. When he fell apart the church elders told him to go away--as far away as possible. Broken Chase crossed the Atlantic to Italy to visit his uncle a Franciscan priest. There he was introduced to the revolutionary teachings of Saint Francis of Assisi and found an old but new way of following Jesus that heals and inspires.</p><p>Chase Falson's spiritual discontent mirrors the feelings of a growing number of Christians who walk out of church asking <em>Is this all there is? </em>This book is perfect for believers who are: </p><ul><li>Weary of celebrity pastors and empty calorie teaching</li><li>Disappointed by worship services where the emphasis is more on Lights Camera Action than on Father Son and Holy Spirit </li><li>Tired of the deepest questions of life remaining unaddressed and unanswered</li><li>Remain hopeful and seek to strengthen their faith</li></ul><p>Hidden in the past lies the future of the church. Explore the life of a saint who 800 years ago breathed new life into disillusioned Christians and a Church on the brink of collapse. <em>Chasing Francis</em> is a hopeful and moving story with profound implications for those who yearn for a more vital relationship with God and the world.</p>